Cataracts
A cataract is a small patch of cloudiness or opaqueness that develops in the usually clear lens of the eye.

A cataract can occur at any age but most are found in the elderly. If anyone lives long enough they will develop a cataract; 65% of people in their fifties and all people over 80 years have some degree of cataract.

What is the treatment?
There is no effective simple treatment including drugs or herbs. Sometimes a new prescription for glasses can help people cope. Surgery is the only effective cure and while it is a substantial and delicate operation it is safe and effective with very good results in over 95% of cases.

What does surgical removal involve?
It usually involves a day-surgery procedure which is a stay of 4-5 hours. It is performed under local anaesthetics and sedation. It is a delicate procedure and does not hurt. Very fine instruments are used to make a small incision in the front of the eye and extract the old cataract containing lens. It is replaced by a plastic lens in the space left by the old lens. The new artificial one will last forever.

Lucentis injections
The Lucentis injection is a treatment for macular degeneration. It is done under local anaesthetics.
The visiting ophthalmologist will perform other oculoplastic procedures at the centre. You will need to discuss it with him.